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PhilaPort Cruise Terminal Opens Near Philadelphia Airport

Norwegian Cruise Line is deploying Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Pearl seasonally from the new Delaware River facility.

The ship is scheduled to operate seven special voyages from the city, including five Bermuda sailings.

The cruise ship diverted after authorities relayed a distress call from a disabled sailboat, Carnival said.

Fleet plans point to further growth through the early 2030s as newer LNG-powered ships take on prominent deployments.